WhatsApp Channels has become one of the most popular ways to consume content in India. With 500+ million monthly active users globally and India being the #1 market, there's no shortage of great channels to follow.
We've curated this list based on content quality, posting frequency, and follower engagement. Whether you want news, cricket updates, exam prep, or daily rashifal — there's a channel for you.
Note: We've listed channel names. To follow, search for them in WhatsApp > Updates > Find Channels, or ask us in comments for direct links.
📰 News & Current Affairs
Stay updated with breaking news and daily headlines.
| Channel | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| NDTV | English | National news, politics |
| Aaj Tak | Hindi | Breaking news, Hindi coverage |
| The Hindu | English | In-depth analysis, editorials |
| India Today | English | News summaries, quick updates |
| Dainik Bhaskar | Hindi | Regional news, MP/Rajasthan |
| ABP News | Hindi | Politics, investigations |
🏏 Cricket & Sports
Live scores, match updates, and sports news.
| Channel | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| ESPNcricinfo | English | Live scores, stats, analysis |
| BCCI Official | English | Official team updates |
| IPL Official | English | IPL news, auctions, matches |
| Cricbuzz | English/Hindi | Quick updates, match alerts |
| Sports Tak | Hindi | Hindi sports coverage |
🎬 Entertainment & Bollywood
Movie updates, celebrity news, and entertainment gossip.
| Channel | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Bollywood Hungama | Hindi | Movie news, box office |
| Filmfare | English | Celebrity interviews, awards |
| Netflix India | English | New releases, recommendations |
| Prime Video India | English | Originals, movie drops |
| Viral Bhayani | Hindi | Celeb spotting, paparazzi |
📚 Education & Exam Prep
Study materials, current affairs, and exam updates.
| Channel | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Unacademy | English/Hindi | UPSC, competitive exams |
| BYJU'S | English | K-12, JEE, NEET |
| Study IQ | Hindi | Daily current affairs |
| Testbook | English/Hindi | SSC, Banking exams |
| Drishti IAS | Hindi | UPSC preparation |
📱 Tech & Gadgets
Smartphone launches, tech news, and gadget reviews.
| Channel | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Technical Guruji | Hindi | Tech news, phone reviews |
| Trakin Tech | Hindi | Deals, budget phones |
| Gadgets 360 | English | Reviews, comparisons |
| 91mobiles | English | Phone specs, prices |
| Beebom | English | Tips, tricks, apps |
💰 Finance & Investing
Stock market updates, personal finance tips, and investment advice.
| Channel | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Zerodha | English | Market updates, investing |
| Groww | English | Mutual funds, stocks |
| ET Markets | English | Stock news, analysis |
| Money Control | English | Portfolio tracking, news |
| CA Rachana Ranade | Hindi/English | Beginner investing tips |
🙏 Spiritual & Devotional
Daily prayers, bhajans, and spiritual content.
| Channel | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| ISKCON Official | Hindi/English | Krishna bhajans, teachings |
| Sadhguru | English | Wisdom, meditation |
| Art of Living | English/Hindi | Meditation, breathing |
| Bhakti TV | Telugu | Telugu devotional content |
| Daily Hanuman Chalisa | Hindi | Daily prayers, mantras |
⭐ Astrology & Rashifal
Daily horoscope, panchang, and astrology predictions.
| Channel | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| AstroSage | Hindi/English | Daily rashifal, kundli |
| Dainik Bhaskar Rashifal | Hindi | Daily horoscope |
| Pandit Pradeep Mishra | Hindi | Spiritual astrology |
| Aaj Ka Panchang | Hindi | Daily panchang, shubh muhurat |
😂 Memes & Humor
Daily dose of laughter and viral content.
| Channel | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Tanmay Bhat | Hindi/English | Comedy, reactions |
| Samay Raina | Hindi | Stand-up clips, humor |
| Indian Meme Templates | Hindi | Fresh meme templates |
| Sarcasm | English | Witty memes, quotes |
🏛️ Government & Official
Official updates from government bodies and institutions.
| Channel | Language | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| MyGov India | English/Hindi | Government schemes, updates |
| PIB India | English | Official press releases |
| Indian Railways | English/Hindi | Train updates, bookings |
| UIDAI Aadhaar | English/Hindi | Aadhaar updates, services |
🔍 How to Find More Channels
Looking for channels not on this list? Here's how to discover more:
- WhatsApp Directory: Open WhatsApp → Updates → Find Channels → Browse by category
- Search by keyword: In Find Channels, search for topics like "cricket", "news", "rashifal"
- Check social media: Creators often share their channel links on Instagram/YouTube bio
- Ask friends: Forward interesting channels to each other
- Google search: Search "[topic] WhatsApp channel link"
💡 Want to start your own channel?
If you have expertise or content to share, creating a WhatsApp Channel is a great way to build an audience.